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Health Effects

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Acute Health Effects:

From MSDS
Emergency Overview:
Exposure to dust may be irritating to eyes, nose, and throat.

Potential Acute Health Effects
Inhalation: Dusts and fibers from this product may cause mechanical irritation of the nose, throat, and respiratory tract.
Skin Contact: Dusts and fibers from this product may cause temporary mechanical irritation to the skin.
Eye Contact: Dusts and fibers from this product may cause temporary mechanical irritation to the eyes.
Ingestion: Ingestion of this product is unlikely. However, ingestion of product may produce gastrointestinal irritation and disturbances.

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:
Chronic respiratory or skin conditions may temporarily worsen from exposure to this product.

Chronic Health Effects:

From MSDS
See carcinogenicity section.

Carcinogenicity:

From MSDS
Fiber Glass Wool: In October 2001, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified fiber glass wool as Group 3,

First Aid:

From MSDS
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove the affected person to fresh air. If irritation persists get medical attention.
Skin Contact: For skin contact, wash with mild soap and running water. Use a washcloth to help remove fibers. To avoid further irritation, do not rub or scratch affected areas. Rubbing or scratching may force fibers into the skin. If irritation persists get medical attention. Never use compressed air to remove fibers from the skin. If fibers are seen penetrating from the skin, the fibers can be removed by applying and removing adhesive tape so that the fibers adhere to the tape and are pulled out of the skin.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists get medical attention.
Ingestion: Ingestion of this material is unlikely. If it does occur, watch the person for several days to make sure that partial or complete intestinal obstruction does not occur. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel.